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My 5-Minute Makeup Routine

02/21/14 | Aquaphor, Beauty, Benefit, Hourglass, makeup, NARS, Sephora, tarte, Urban Decay

This is my normal, everyday work make up.  As my favorite make up artist, Christina, says – it takes way more products to look natural than it does for a smokey eye – and I could not agree more! You may not believe it only takes me five minutes as there are almost a dozen products but after hundreds of practices I have really got it down!

I broke down my make routine into four steps: 

(1) PRIME:  I used to be someone who never primed until I met the fabulous Brian from Tarte and he convinced me over the course of an hour and a half makeover that it was fantastic.  I have to agree Brian, my makeup stays on so much better using this stuff and it better since I have invested the time and money to put it on! I use the Clean State Slate flawless 12-Hour Brightening Primer from Tarte (links at the bottom to all products.

(2) EYES:  Playing up my eyes is my favorite thing to do and according to one friend – it would look like a ton of eye make up if I did not do it everyday, but because I do it looks normal on me – well, I am glad to here that.  I start with the brows, just a few quick swipes of Sephora’s waterproof eyebrow pencil and one swipe of Benefit’s brow gel to hold them in place.  Then I prime my lids with UD and use my favorite shade ever – YDK on my eyes.  This is quickly topped with one long stroke of Sephora’s waterproof liquid liner on the top of each eye and two coats of Benefit’s They’re Real mascara.

(3) FACE. I like to keep it simple with my face because it is an every date look. I outline my face with NARS Bronzer and then sweep NARS blush from the apples of my cheeks up to the corners of my eyes.  The most important beauty product I use is concelear.  Right now I am in between colors so I cover my under-eye bags with a combination of HourGlass and Cle de Peau Beauty.

(4) FINISHING TOUCHES  Starting last summer I began wearing lipstick everyday to work.  My lips were no longer so dry that they needed a 24 slobbering of Aquaphor so I picked a healthy pink that I like to think works for all seasons.  Finally, I am obsessed with Urban Decay’s de-slick setting and mattifying powder – it keeps everything in place all day!

Taking a cue from the amazing Cara over at Maskcara and half a dozen other beauty bloggers I admire here are the products I use in the order I use them and where you can buy them!

What I used in order:

with

Cle de Peau Beauty in Miel / Honey
Hourglass in Hidden Pearl
NARS Bronzer in Laguna with Love and Beauty Brush 
NARS Blush in Orgasam with  Love and Beauty Brush 
Urban Decay De-Slick Mattifying Powder with Sephora Collection Powder Brush
NARS Lipstick in Dolce Vita 
What is your daily routine?
ps.  Happy Friday people!  
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Comments

  1. Maria - inredningsvis.se says

    February 26, 2014 at 8:12 am

    WOW you look so CUTE in that make up 🙂

    Check out my new post….a lovely new shoe collection 🙂

    Have a fab day dear 🙂

    LOVE Maria at inredningsvis – inredning it’s, Swedish for decor 🙂

  2. Brooklyn says

    February 24, 2014 at 6:37 pm

    That eyeshadow primer is a LIFE SAVER! I am so in love!

    Brooklyn
    xoxo
    http://brookiewords.blogspot.com/

  3. Stacy says

    February 24, 2014 at 3:21 pm

    Thanks for this post in details)
    xo

  4. Chiara says

    February 22, 2014 at 7:40 am

    You’re so pretty with or without makeup !

    Chiara♥

    xmisschiarax.blogspot.com

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  5. sabsi says

    February 22, 2014 at 4:52 am

    Hey beauty you have a really nice blog 🙂 would you like if we follow each other on gfc and blog? let me know what do you think ? Regards from Bosnia ♥

    http://obsessionwithfashion.blogspot.com/

  6. Stephanie says

    February 21, 2014 at 10:50 pm

    What a stunning look. It’s so natural, and you look beautiful! I’d love for us to keep in touch via bloglovin’, GFC, or Instagram! Let me know on my blog, I’ll be sure to follow back!

    s a r t o r i a l d i n e r

    Instagram @ sartorialdiner

  7. Clever Girl Reviews says

    February 21, 2014 at 6:34 pm

    What a great soft look in 5 minutes! I wish I could get away with no foundation but whenever I wear anything than tinted lip balm, my face looks so red I have to put on a base!
    http://www.clevergirlreviews.com

  8. Anthea L says

    February 21, 2014 at 5:13 pm

    love your easily achievable make up look! this is absolutely perfect for everyday and many occasions – and your lashes look amazing!

    Check out my Streetstyle post at London Fashion Week and share your thoughts! 🙂

    ALxx

    http://www.superrassspy.com/blog/

  9. Sophia M says

    February 21, 2014 at 5:07 pm

    I love your 5-minute makeup!!! You’re so pretty!
    xoxo Sophia

    http://styleofsophia.blogspot.it

  10. PinkPanthress says

    February 21, 2014 at 4:49 pm

    I do nothing after washing my face except using facial tonic & moisturising cream.
    Maybe red lipstick every now & then…

  11. CheapRunnerMichelle says

    February 21, 2014 at 4:31 pm

    Some great products and tips – thanks

  12. Maegen Mills says

    February 21, 2014 at 3:46 pm

    You are stunning! And this is so helpful because I am an idiot when it comes to make up! What brand is the concealer you use?

  13. Sharon says

    February 21, 2014 at 11:49 am

    So gorgeous! I use UD’s eye primer too…I couldn’t live without it!

    -Sharon
    The Tiny Heart

  14. Amy Breckenridge says

    February 21, 2014 at 11:20 am

    gorgeous! that eyeshadow color is perfect for you 🙂

  15. Erica says

    February 21, 2014 at 10:19 am

    You look so beautiful! I love YDK against your blue eyes 🙂

    http://abundanceoferica.blogspot.ca

  16. Michael says

    February 21, 2014 at 10:18 am

    You look gorgeous before and after! That lipstick is perfect on you. Primer is the best stuff ever. I think it really makes a difference and the Benefit They’re Real mascara is THE best. It’s the only one I’ll use.

  17. Katie Manganaro says

    February 21, 2014 at 9:35 am

    your make-up looks great! I use a lot of Nars and the Urban Decay eye primer too. Just discovered the Sephora spray foundation and I’m in love with it! Have a great weekend!

  18. Roberto Syrious says

    February 21, 2014 at 8:47 am

    very lovely routine!
    simple but very cool
    xoxo

    Syriously in Fashion

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